2682: Nine Fitness Coaches That Should Be Fired

Mind Pump Fit Tip: Do ONLY These 8 Lifts to Achieve an Amazing Body. (1:49) Probiotics are the best fat burners! (22:29) Adam’s evolution with his diet & exercise. (27:44) Functional Justin. (34:12) The Botox stack. (37:37) Due process. (39:22) You can totally manufacture popularity. (46:14) The curse of fame. (48:12) Downsizing to live near family. (50:50) Going down the 3rd rail with Justin: The Secret Pyramid of Alaska. (56:40) #ListenerLive question #1 – If you are working with a sports team only two days a week in the gym, as that is the only time we have due to the team schedule, what would your focus be on? (1:00:47) #ListenerLive question #2 – I don’t feel like my physique is changing for the better at all, although my weight remains stable, and I find myself still struggling to want to eat more.   What should I be doing? (1:10:42) #ListenerLive question #3 – Given my current stats and goals, how do I move forward without backsliding into old patterns? Is it unreasonable to expect strength and muscle gain without fat gain alongside it? (1:19:18) #ListenerLive question #4 – How do I fight the atrophy in my injured leg, while it’s stuck in a walking boot? (1:31:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month’s supply of Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Visit Luminose by Entera for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off their first month of a subscribe-and-save. ** Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz Mind Pump #2135: Barbell Squat Masterclass Mind Pump #2122: Deadlift Masterclass Mind Pump #2357: The 7 Overhead Presses Everyone Should Be Doing Strengthen Lateral Movement with a Lateral Sled Pull Add Windmills to Your Workout to Increase Your Deadlift Strength – Mind Pump TV Shrink Your Waist With The PERFECT Sit-UP (SIX PACK ABS!) Use of probiotics in preventing and treating excess weight and obesity. A systematic review The U.S. blew up a drug boat in international waters. What is the David Goggins deadbeat dad controversy?  Why the Super Millionaire CEO of Zappos Lives in a $950-a-Month Trailer Home The Great Underground Pyramid Of Alaska Visit Hiya for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Receive 50% off your first order ** Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Mind Pump #2555: The Muscle-Building Secrets of Unilateral Training Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned David Goggins (@davidgoggins) Instagram Mike Boyle (@mbsc_online) Instagram  

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.  Mind Pump Fit Tip: Weird workout hacks that BUILD MUSCLE FAST! (2:03) Is there a link between eating meat and cancer risk? (23:48) GLP-1s and the obesity rate. (29:31) Ground beef vs soy for muscle protein synthesis. (35:46) Butcher Box has seasonings! (37:30) How there is a tradeoff between size and endurance. (39:35) The Rock’s DRASTIC physical transformation. (43:28) Ashwagandha to help reduce anxiety. (50:35) #Quah question #1 – How does a person with a full-time desk job and a family find time to get the appropriate amount of weights in for strength each week, the appropriate amount of movement each day (steps), the appropriate amount of cardio, and HIT cardio each week? (53:09) #Quah question #2 – If I'm not hungry at the end of the day but haven't hit my caloric or protein goals for the day, should I still eat? (56:36) #Quah question #3 – What is your best advice for a former college athlete who is finding out that lifting after college is hard when the last four years were filled with team lifts written by the coaches? I love lifting and how great it makes me feel, but I've struggled with gym consistency after graduating from college and have gained some weight that I'd like to get rid of. (57:51) #Quah question #4 – How do you decide whether to keep fitness as a hobby or turn it into a career? (59:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** Available for a limited time, a curated box pre-filled with Mind Pump’s favorite cuts — no guesswork! Butcher Box members who sign up through Mind Pump will receive: $20 OFF their first box, Free chicken breast, ground beef, OR salmon in every box for a whole year! ** Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz Isometric training and long-term adaptations: Effects of muscle length, intensity, and intent: A systematic review Occlusion Training Tutorial- How to Increase Muscle Size Using Blood Flow Restriction – Mind Pump TV Animal protein not linked to higher mortality risk, study finds Ground beef or soy: Muscle-Building power comparison Diffusion and physical constraints limit oxidative capacity, capillary supply and size of muscle fibres in mice and humans Dwayne Johnson Debuts New Weight Loss Transformation & Internet is Talking - Mandatory What Happened to Mark Kerr, Ex-UFC Champ Played by Dwayne Johnson in ‘The Smashing Machine’? Effects of Ashwagandha Supplements on Cortisol, Stress, and Anxiety Levels in Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Visit Jolie for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Try it out for yourself with FREE shipping. And if you don’t like it— you can return your Jolie for a full refund within 60 days, no questions asked. ** Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout: 15% off your first order! ** Why Most Trainers Fail — And What the Great Ones Do Differently w/ Sal DiStefano | Elite Trainer #01 Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

 Nine Fitness Coaches That Should Be Fired There’s no better thing than a GOOD personal trainer or coach. (1:25) Nine Fitness Coaches That Should Be Fired #1 - The hype machine. (3:53) #2 – Shame guy. (8:38) #3 - Intensity over technique. (11:10) #4 - The low-calorie solves everything person. (13:59) #5 – The absent coach. (16:01) #6 – Everything, but the kitchen sink all at once coach. (18:04) #7 - All they do is talk, never listen. (20:00) #8 - Know everything guy. (23:02) #9 - Treats you like a competitor. (25:00) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Use the code MINDPUMP to get $350 off your very own Pod 5 Ultra. The best part is that you still get 30 days to try it at home and return it if you don’t like it – – Shipping to many countries worldwide. ** Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz Mind Pump #1622: Nine Signs Your Trainer Sucks Mind Pump #2587: This is What a Great Trainer Looks Like With Ben Bruno Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources  

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Get WAY rounder delts in 60 days! (2:21) An ALARMING study concerning ultra-processed foods. (19:30) Drink beet juice, lower your blood pressure! (30:53) One of the MOST important things we should focus on as we age. (33:13) Sin feels fine, until you try and stop. (37:53) Who’s more likely to snoop around? (44:31) Ja Rule’s BIG regret. (51:00) Guy’s nicknames are brutal. (53:07) #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I best get ready for the competition and increase my deadlift? (55:53) #ListenerLive question #2 – I’m not sure what’s the best path to restart after an injury. Any guidance or recommendations? (1:00:57) #ListenerLive question #3 – I am looking for some practical advice on how I can begin to train for some endurance events without sacrificing my strength gains. (1:15:24) #ListenerLive question #4 – How can I get my chest to grow? (1:24:24) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Enter MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order. ** Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz Mind Pump #1950: Shoulder Building Masterclass Why ultra-processed diets make you gain fat even without extra calories Beet juice secretly helps older adults lower blood pressure in just two weeks Peter Attia#296 ‒ Foot health: preventing and treating common injuries, enhancing strength and mobility, picking footwear, and more | Courtney Conley, D.C. Ja Rule Explains Why He Turned Down Bigger Fast And Furious Role And Reveals If He Regrets It Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** Mind Pump #2027: How to Improve Your Squat, Bench, and Deadlift Strength How to Get Back in Shape After a Serious Injury Mind Pump #1600: How to Train When Recovering from an Injury Sal Di Stefano’s Journey in Faith & Fitness – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #1940: Chest Building Master Class Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram Peter Attia, M.D. (@peterattiamd) Instagram Dr. Courtney Conley (@drcourtneyconley) Instagram Mark Bell (@marksmellybell) Instagram  

Losing weight, while hard, is not NEARLY as challenging as maintaining it. (1:14) Activity is not common. (3:59) Has to be a process that you ENJOY. (4:41) It’s not about perfect. It’s how to do this FOREVER. (6:58) The Fitness Obstacles Women Face and How to Solve Them #1 - Low energy from long layoff. (11:05) #2 – RESULTS-orientated. (20:04) #3 - Lacking confidence with weights as a newbie. (22:44) #4 - Very busy. (26:27) Simple advice on your nutrition. (29:14) Supplements. (33:19) Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz: What avatar do you fit under? (34:03) Related Links/Products Mentioned Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP10 at checkout for 10% off any order. ** Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV How to Get Back on the Fitness Wagon After a Hiatus – Mind Pump Blog Getting Back in Shape After Having a Baby – Don’t be Hard on Yourself – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #2072: The Best Workout for Busy Moms Mind Pump #2530: Why All Women Should Take Creatine Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Gabrielle Lyon (@drgabriellelyon) Instagram

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 10 BIGGEST Gym Mistakes That are Killing Your Gains. (2:05) The ‘Horny Stack’ is a good time! (28:49) Gym language. (29:51) Teasing your kids. (32:31) Consistency, appreciation, and making an effort in relationships.  (44:45) The most rewarding partnership. (53:02) Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz. (55:11) #ListenerLive question #1 – I know you guys have said stubborn fat is usually just a matter of patience, but is there a point where hormones, metabolism, or other factors might play a bigger role after losing so much weight? (58:06) #ListenerLive question #2 – Any guidance on how to work my way up to weighted dips and pull-ups? (1:14:22) #ListenerLive question #3 – Could exercise during the day cause elevated body temperature at night while sleeping? (1:24:13) #ListenerLive question #4 – I’m struggling at this point in my life now that I have achieved the weight loss that I’ve always went after. How do I proceed with my fitness at this point in time as far as the style I should be focusing on, and the calories I should be at? (1:34:33) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Visit Rock Recovery Center for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Ben and Tom know firsthand the struggles of addiction and alcoholism. With years of experience helping thousands of individuals, they offer a free consultation call to discuss your situation. Whether you’re personally battling addiction or have a loved one in need of help, they’re here to guide you toward the support you need. By filling out the form and scheduling your call, you’ll also be entered for a chance to win a free 60-day scholarship at Rock Recovery Center, their premier treatment center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Don’t wait—take the first step today. ** September Special: MAPS Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz! Mind Pump # 2412:  The 5 Worst Fitness Mistakes Damaging Your Overall Health & Longevity Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Find your favorite LMNT flavor or share it with a friend. Try LMNT risk-free. If you don’t like it, give it away to a salty friend and we’ll give you your money back, no questions asked! Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Sal Di Stefano’s Journey in Faith & Fitness – Mind Pump TV Stop Working Out And Start Practicing – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump # 2452: The Hidden Hormone That is Disrupting Your Sleep With Dr. Stephen Cabral Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Use the code MINDPUMP to get $350 off your very own Pod 5 Ultra. The best part is that you still get 30 days to try it at home and return it if you don’t like it – – Shipping to many countries worldwide. ** Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Thomas Conrad (@realrecoverytalktom) Instagram Ben Bueno (@realrecoverytalkben) Instagram Dr. Rhonda Patrick (@foundmyfitness) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.  Mind Pump Fit Tip: How to Eat Carbs for Muscle Gain & Fat Loss. (1:19) Crazy with quality. (20:18) Amazon hustle. (23:46) The benefits of religion. (28:19) How do active parents influence their children's fitness? (33:34) Kids say the darndest things. (34:42) The Batman villains. (35:21) Mind Pump Recommends: Who Would Win? Book Series. (38:15) The ‘Wolverine Stack’ to cut recovery time in half! (44:25) You can work out in these pants. (46:04) Holding your breath. (50:54) #Quah question #1 – Do you think under-desk pedal exercises are good enough to replace walking? (53:07) #Quah question #2 – Is it possible to modify any MAPS programs to make them an "all-day" workout, as you guys have talked about? If so, which ones and how would you do it? I have a home gym and am interested in trying it out. (56:37) #Quah question #3 – Should I change my caloric intake based on lifting days vs non-lifting days? (58:22) #Quah question #4 – Have you worked with anyone with hyper mobility? I just take my training slow and controlled, and I can't move fast, or it leads to injury. I am wondering if there is one program that is best to start with? I do a lot of stability exercises to start each morning to help. (1:01:13) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for buy one, get one 50% off for new customers, and 20% cash back for returning customers! ** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** Ninja NC301 CREAMi Ice Cream Maker, for Gelato, Mix-ins, Milkshakes, Sorbet, Smoothie Bowls & More, 7 One-Touch Programs, with (2) Pint Containers & Lids, Compact Size, Perfect for Kids, Silver Huberman Lab Podcast: Science & Health Benefits of Belief in God & Religion | Dr. David DeSteno How Praying Together Can Transform Your Marriage Physical activity: a family affair Phoenix Jones - Wikipedia Who Would Win? 10 Book Box Set Nefarious (2023) | Rotten Tomatoes A Man Held His Breath For Almost 30 Minutes Visit Transcend for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** Telehealth Provider • Physician Directed GET YOUR PERSONALIZED TREATMENT PLAN!  Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE! ** Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mike Matthews (@muscleforlifefitness) Instagram Andrew Huberman, Ph.D. (@hubermanlab) Instagram Brandon Carter (@kingketo) Instagram

Why All Women Need to Lift Weights The MASSIVE growth of the Muscle Mommy avatar. (1:06) 8 Reasons Why All Women Need to Lift Weights #1 - Its empowering. (4:51) #2 - It strengthens bones. (8:25) #3 - It helps regulate hormones. (11:35) #4 - It’s anti-anxiety and depression. (15:16) #5 - You can eat more. (17:25) #6 - You trade the scale for weights. (21:08) #7 - It’s more fun than the treadmill. (23:35) #8 - You don’t need to do a lot of it. (26:20) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Manukora for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP and save up to 31%, plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit! ** Mind Pump #2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle Mind Pump #2232: Age-Proof Your Muscles, Bones & Brain With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Mind Pump #2502: Hormone Therapy for Aesthetics With Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald Is exercise more effective than medication for depression and anxiety? Mind Pump #1547: The Hidden Benefits of Lifting Weights Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Two Workouts A Week Is Enough For 80% Of The Gains Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom.  Mind Pump Fit Tip: Gain an Inch on Your Arms in 90 days! (1:48)  Protein shake engineering is WILD! (14:32)  Christian revival with the youth. (17:02)  Listen to this before using AI. (20:46)  The kids just don’t understand. (27:42)  Guy’s doing stupid things. (32:25)  Feeding the idol you are trying to break. (33:55)  Terrible tattoo trends. (35:20)  What’s rarer? Benching 225 or having 10 million net worth? (38:43)  Teenager drivers. (42:29)  Addressing the high turnover rate amongst trainers. (46:17)  Red-light therapy and its impact on your mood. (51:56)  #ListenerLive question #1 – What should I do to reduce belly fat? I’m feeling discouraged and stuck like nothing I’m doing is working. (55:33)  #ListenerLive question #2 – Any advice on how I can fix this shoulder/hip pain I have been experiencing? (1:09:36)  #ListenerLive question #3 – Can you recommend a split that facilitates muscle gain and a successful bulk without risking overtraining? (1:20:22) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout: 15% off your first order! ** Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $50 off your first purchase. ** September Special: MAPS Muscle Mommy Cross Promotion! Mind Pump #2565: Add 1/2 Inch to Your Arms in 30 Days Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press Diary of a CEO Podcast: Brain Experts WARNING: Watch This Before Using ChatGPT Again! (Shocking New Discovery) Elon Musk to Take on Microsoft With 'Macrohard' - PCMag Sal Di Stefano’s Journey in Faith & Fitness – Mind Pump TV Dummy shoves 4-pound dumbbell in anus, needs emergency surgery 2 days later Elite Trainer Academy – Podcast The Positive Effects of Red Light Therapy on Mental Health Visit Troscriptions for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP for 10% off your first order. ** MAPS Prime Pro Webinar The Wall Test | Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Personal Training – Apply today! Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs)! Grow your business and succeed in 2025. ** Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Chris Williamson (@chriswillx) Instagram Mind Pump Fitness Coaching (@mindpumptrainers) Instagram

The FASTEST Way to Get Lean if Money Wasn’t an Issue It’s EXTREMELY expensive to be unhealthy. (1:02) The 7 FASTEST Ways to Get Lean if Money Wasn’t an Issue #1 - Hire a trainer 3 days a week. (3:10) #2 - Hire an online coach for diet. (8:10) #3 - Get a meal prepping service. (12:18) #4 - Optimize your hormones with HRT. (14:24) #5 - Use a GLP-1 and other peptides. (17:18) #6 - Get an Eight Sleep system. (19:19) #7 - Supplements for nutrients. (20:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Find your favorite LMNT flavor or share it with a friend. Try LMNT risk-free. If you don’t like it, give it away to a salty friend and we’ll give you your money back, no questions asked! Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump August Special: MAPS 15 50% off! ** Code MUSCLE50 at checkout ** Unexpected Clues Emerge About Why Diets Fail Mind Pump # 2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer Visit Transcend for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** Telehealth Provider • Physician Directed GET YOUR PERSONALIZED TREATMENT PLAN!  Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE! ** Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Use the code MINDPUMP to get $350 off your very own Pod 5 Ultra. The best part is that you still get 30 days to try it at home and return it if you don’t like it – – Shipping to many countries worldwide. ** MP Holistic Health Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources